National Intelligence Bureau agents question former minister Matthew Opoku Prempeh about his time leading two government departments. Deputy Attorney General Justice Srem Sai confirmed the probe during Wednesday television appearance. Srem Sai stressed that investigations do not mean officials committed crimes or broke laws. The former minister visited NIB offices many times before telling people about the meetings. Officials want answers about projects that happened when he controlled Energy and Education ministries.
Investigators examine several programs that Opoku Prempeh oversaw during eight years under President Akufo-Addo. Mathematical sets procurement deals from his Education Ministry days face special attention from law enforcement teams. Srem Sai warned citizens against assuming guilt before courts hear evidence about any wrongdoing. Ministers cannot face charges unless prosecutors prove they personally participated during illegal activities. Government leaders often supervise programs without knowing every detail about their operations.
Former Railway Minister Joe Ghartey once answered similar questions about failed Sky Train deals but escaped prosecution. Srem Sai explained that providing good explanations can clear ministers who face accusations. Courts never charged Ghartey because he proved his innocence to satisfied investigators. Officials sometimes inherit problems from previous workers or face issues beyond their control. Deputy Attorney General emphasized due process protects all citizens from unfair treatment during government reviews.
Investigators examine several programs that Opoku Prempeh oversaw during eight years under President Akufo-Addo. Mathematical sets procurement deals from his Education Ministry days face special attention from law enforcement teams. Srem Sai warned citizens against assuming guilt before courts hear evidence about any wrongdoing. Ministers cannot face charges unless prosecutors prove they personally participated during illegal activities. Government leaders often supervise programs without knowing every detail about their operations.
Former Railway Minister Joe Ghartey once answered similar questions about failed Sky Train deals but escaped prosecution. Srem Sai explained that providing good explanations can clear ministers who face accusations. Courts never charged Ghartey because he proved his innocence to satisfied investigators. Officials sometimes inherit problems from previous workers or face issues beyond their control. Deputy Attorney General emphasized due process protects all citizens from unfair treatment during government reviews.
